Friend,

With so much going on, you may have missed an important vote coming up in the United Nations Security Council as soon as this afternoon or possibly tomorrow...the vote to grant Palestine full recognition as a member state in the United Nations.

The issue of Palestinian statehood is one of paramount importance, representing a crucial step towards achieving lasting peace and stability in the region as well as beginning the process of reparatory justice for more than 75 years of harms committed against the Palestinian people. It is imperative that we stand on the right side of history by recognizing the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people for self-determination, and sovereignty and pursue a path toward a just peace.

By supporting full recognition of Palestine as a member state, we demonstrate our commitment to upholding international law, promoting justice, and advancing the cause of peace in the region and beyond. Denying the Palestinian people their right to statehood only perpetuates conflict and undermines the prospects for safety and security for Palestinians and Israelis. The US is threatening to issue another veto.

Despite these important considerations, the US is threatening to issue another veto.

Please take a moment today to write to US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield through the United States Mission to the United Nations contact form here and demand they vote YES on the recognition of Palestine as a member state of the United Nations. The cause of Palestinian sovereignty and security is a matter of justice and rights, and every one of our voices must be uplifted and heard.

You can use this sample language when filling out the form.

The Biden Administration’s stated policy is in support for a two-state solution and the establishment of a Palestinian state. Palestinians have delayed action at the United Nations at the request of the United States previously, yet nothing has materially changed. Indeed, the crisis has worsened with the unfolding genocide in Gaza, the repressive violence in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and the continued denial of Palestinian self-determination. Occasional rhetorical support is not policy and the US must act in support of a Palestinian approach to liberation rooted in justice and diplomacy. We urge you to vote in favor of granting the State of Palestine full membership in the United Nations.

Please take this simple action today. It is the least we can do to stand with Palestinians right now.

Regards,

Jim

Arab American Institute Foundation
1600 K Street, NW, Suite 601
Washington, DC 20006
United States